Fresh Falafels

These falafels are made with almonds rather than garbanzo beans. Cabbage leaves serve as the wrap.

Serves 4

Ingredients

1⁄4 cup sun-dried tomatoes

1 cup almonds

1⁄4 cup celery

2 tablespoons lemon

4 tablespoons tahini

1⁄4 cup olive oil

1 clove garlic

1 tablespoon minced parsley

1 tablespoon cumin

1 teaspoon coriander

4  cabbage leaves

1 cup hummus

  1. Soak the sun-dried tomatoes for 2 hours. Chop them into small pieces.
  2. Prepare the falafel balls by processing all ingredients, except for the cabbage leaves and hummus, in a food processor until well mixed and slightly chunky. Pat them into little balls. They are ready to serve immediately.
  3. Lay the cabbage leaves on a plate. Spread the hummus onto each leaf and place falafel patties on top. Roll up into a sandwich wrap.

Per Serving

Calories: 784

Fat: 77 g

Protein: 13 g

Sodium: 101 mg

Fiber: 8 g

Falafel

Falafel is a traditional Middle Eastern food. It is usually deep fried in oil and made with a blend of garbanzo beans or fava beans and spices. Falafels are the fast food of Middle East, comparable to hot dogs in the United States.